…classroom learning quickly unfolds into something far more immersive when students step into the grasslands and encounter a living ecosystem firsthand. For many students, the IVP field trip marks their…
Bacteria are black or clear unless you stain them with special dyes to see them better. Bacteria are made up of one cell. It can be round, long and thin,…
…to see different parts of our ecosystem and how it is important to the area. One girl was sad to hear that only 5-10% of the Vernal pools still exist….
…balance within ecosystems. David quotes Baba Dioum from awe to understanding: “We conserve only what we love, and love only what we understand.“ As the season continues, David looks forward…
…Mechanical Engineering at Cal Poly and a Masters degree in Transportation Technology and Policy from UC Davis. Alleviating the impact of technology while protecting natural environments and the ecosystems they…
…how each is uniquely adapted to this special ecosystem. They will use tools like microscopes, loupes, and field journals. It’s a deep dive into ecology, sparked by wonder and guided…
…experiences in our local ecosystems. How Your Support Helps In 2025, Splash brought environmental science to life for over 20,000 students. Through our programs, kids explored vernal pools, harvested fruits…
…he says. This connection to nature and the continuous learning about our ecosystem make the environment so exciting and mysterious for him. In the future, Eugene envisions Sacramento Splash expanding…
…Public Tours at Mather Field Vernal Pools: Our dedicated staff and experienced docents guided families through the wet and flowering phases of the vernal pools. Visitors explored a fascinating ecosystem,…
…says Mary. “Splash introduces them to a fascinating and resilient ecosystem – all in Sacramento County, where they live. I am so glad that I can continue to support vernal…
